“Endless Pots of Love” – Kate and Mark’s Fostering Story.
For years, Kate and Mark had quietly carried the thought of fostering in their hearts. Their own children were growing…
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Fostering
Foster carers offer children a loving, stable and nurturing home while they cannot live with their own families.
What is foster care?
Foster care is about providing a safe, nurturing and stable environment for our local children and young people who are unable to live with their birth families. Our children are at the heart of every community, and we believe they deserve the best chance in life – that’s where you come in.
Upcoming events
- Thursday 5 March, Jobs Expo, 10am – 4pm, The Baths Hall, Scunthorpe, Doncaster Rd, Scunthorpe DN15 7RG
See further dates on our events page.
Fostering allowances and financial support
North Lincolnshire Council knows people’s finances vary, and we don’t want money worries to stop you from considering fostering. We understand costs can be a concern, which is why we offer a very competitive financial package — often better than independent fostering agencies. For further details, please see our financial allowances and support page.
Council Tax rebate support
We are one of the first local authorities to implement a Council Tax rebate support package for our foster carers. Find out more on the Tax, benefits and Council Tax relief page.
Fostering changes lives
Our newest fostering film “Fostering Changes Lives” was made in collaboration with fostering friendly members, foster carers and young people in care. Giving a real insight to how fostering changes not only a young person’s life but yours to. Produced by Know Film, one of our fostering friendly members.
Fostering news
Could you give the gift of home in 2026 for a local child in North Lincolnshire?
The fostering team at North Lincolnshire Council are launching their heartfelt Christmas campaign, Give the Gift of Home, celebrating the power of family, care and belonging. The campaign shines a light…
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The Fostering Team are shining a light on Kinship Care and Children of foster carers
Last week (6–12 October) was Kinship Care Week, a national celebration of kinship families across England and Wales. Kinship carers…
Read moreFriends of Fostering newsletter
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North Lincolnshire Council is recognised as a Fostering Friendly Member with the Fostering Network UK